Ghansani - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Ghansani is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Ghansali and around 84 km from New Tehri. Dhansani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghansani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghansani is 042789. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.28 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Ghansani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghansani
According to the 2011 Census, Ghansani village had a total population of 608 people, including 266 males and 342 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.74%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 50.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 266 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 128 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 174 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 92 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Ghansani
Ghansani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghansani
Ghansani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Ghansani is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghansani is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghansani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghansani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghansani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghansani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghansani
Where is Ghansani located?
Ghansani village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghansani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghansani is Dhansani.
What is the pincode of Ghansani?
The pincode of Ghansani is 249125.
What is the population of Ghansani?
Ghansani had a total population of 608, including 266 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Ghansani?
Ghansani had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghansani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghansani was 61.74%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 50.33%.